Municipal News

NOTICE
MEETING: Committee of the Whole
DATE: Wednesday November 19th, 2025
TIME: 5:30pm (Immediately after the Council meeting)
PLACE: Council Chambers, 8296 Highway 7, Sherbrooke
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Additions to the Agenda
4. Approval of the Agenda
5. Approval of Minutes of COTW held Monday November 3rd, 2025
6. Business Arising from Minutes
7. Correspondence
  a. Letter from Mary Burns regarding Whale Sanctuary Project
8. Other Matters of Business
  a. Staff Report – Requesting Inputs on Collection Contract – Public Works
  b. Staff Report – 2025 Tourism Summary Report – Economic Development
9. In Camera – Contract Negotiations
Adjournment

NOTICE
MEETING: Regular Council Meeting
DATE: Wednesday November 19th, 2025
TIME: 5:00pm
PLACE: Council Chambers, 8296 Highway 7, Sherbrooke
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Additions to the Agenda
4. Approval of the Agenda
5. Approval of Minutes of Council Meeting held Wednesday October 15th, 2025
6. Business Arising from Minutes
  a. Future Distribution of Newsletter in Case of Postal Strike - Verbal
  b. Staff Report – EMO: St. Mary’s Drought Response - CAO
7. Recommendations from Committees of Council
  a. Committee of the Whole – October 15th, 2025
  b. Committee of the Whole – November 3rd, 2025
8. Outside Committee Reports
  a. St. Mary’s Association for Rural Transit (SMART-Go) – October 7th, 2025
9. Other Matters of Business
10. CAO Report
Adjournment
A 10-minute question and answer period pertaining to agenda items.

Water Distribution Program:
Given the recent rainfall and the decline in resident participation, the water distribution program will conclude once the remaining stock has been distributed. The public will be notified when the stock has been fully distributed.

Well Water Testing:
Residents are reminded that well water testing is especially important at this time and should be completed annually. Testing kits are available at the Municipal Office (8296 Hwy 7, Sherbrooke, NS).
For more information about well water testing and maintenance, please visit:
https://novascotia.ca/nse/water/docs/wellwaterbookletEnglish.pdf

SMECA Shower Facility:
The SMECA Shower Facility will remain available for residents who require shower access, following the existing key fob deposit protocol.
For questions about the key fob process or if the deposit presents a difficulty, please contact Mallory Tibbo at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Thank you for your ongoing support throughout the drought response. The Committee remains committed to addressing future challenges and appreciates the valuable lessons learned over the past three months.

Christmas at Sherbrooke Village Returns!

The Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s is proud to support and celebrate the return of Christmas at Sherbrooke Village! This cherished tradition, hosted by the provincial Sherbrooke Village Museum, brings warmth, light, and joy to our community — making the spirit of the season accessible and welcoming to all.  We recognize the dedication of the organizers, volunteers, and community partners who have worked tirelessly to bring this magical event back to life.  

Join in the celebration and experience the magic for yourself!  Visit Sherbrooke Village’s Facebook page at facebook.com/SherbrookeVillage for event details, schedules and updates.